This is a stunning colorful book in large format (12 x 15 in.) which includes 45 historic Indian horse masks from museums and private collections. Most date from the 19th century. Scores of other masks are illustrated by 18th and 19th century indian paintings and drawings on rock, leather, cloth and paper, and by historic photographs. The symbolism and history of masks is thoroughly discussed and annotated. There is an extensive bibliography and index.
 Painting the face or body of a man or a horse is also a kind of masking. Therefore, a chapter on Cheyenne horse painting and its meaning and usage is also part of this volume., written by Winfield Coleman.

American Indian Horse Masks

Ned and Jody Martin

Mike Cowdrey

Hawk Hill Press

This 12" x 13" book, with 500 color images of bridles from 25 museums and private collections, features the fancy beaded, quilled, and cloth bridles used by the tribes of North America, who bridled their horses in unique and beautiful ways.
 Included is a chapter and numerous maps documenting new information on the Spread of the Horse to 125 tribes of North America, correcting more than a half century of erroneous publications. 
 Special chapters on tribal horse culture have been contributed by Nez Perce and Blackfoot historians.

Horses and Bridles of the American Indians

Ned & Jody Martin

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American Indian Horse Masks

Horses and Bridles of the American Indians